LEO LIN and Capella Sydney are delighted to unveil an exclusive Lunar New Year partnership in celebration of the Year of the Horse, presenting a refined curation of memorable one-of-a-kind experiences that honour tradition while embracing unparalleled luxury at Capella Sydney, creating a season designed to celebrate Lunar New Year with both style and meaning.

As an Australian-Chinese luxury designer, Lunar New Year and Asian culture have been deeply rooted in the core of LEO LIN since the inception of the label in 2017. Following two sell-out collaboration capsule collections with Tara Milk Tea for Year of the Snake and Year of the Dragon, LEO LIN has become the go-to destination for Lunar New Year dressing. For Year of The Horse, designer Leo Lin has created a capsule collection in hues of reds, pink and yellow featuring hand-sewn organza rose and peony appliques and prints symbolising wealth, honour and prosperity.

For the first time LEO LIN has expanded into the lifestyle category, designing a strictly limited-edition luxury Mahjong Set, exclusively available to purchase via LEO LIN online from January 2026.

At the centre of the partnership is an exclusive LEO LIN x Capella Sydney Lunar New Year Celebration Package which can be booked for stays at Australia's leading luxury hotel from 13 February – 3 March 2026, offering guests an immersive experience in the vibrant Lunar New Year festivities in the historic heart of Sydney.

The package offers guests a luxurious experience including thoughtful cultural activities. Guests who book directly will receive a LEO LIN Luxury Pocket Square & Scarf Set (RRP $249) designed exclusively for Capella Sydney. Any stays booked in the Capella Suite will be gifted a complimentary LEO LIN Limited Edition Mahjong Set (RRP $399). These limited-edition pieces feature signature motifs and elements from the Lunar New Year capsule, serving as a keepsake that extends the celebration beyond the stay. All hotel guests will also enjoy complimentary cultural experiences and activities as part of Capella Sydney's Lunar New Year programming, enriching their stay with moments that celebrate connection, creativity and tradition.

To further enrich the experiences, a Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea including bespoke LEO LIN desserts will be hosted within Capella Sydney's signature space, Aperture, bookable by guests from 5 February throughout the Lunar New Year period. The Afternoon Tea reimagines traditional Asian flavours through an elevated culinary lens, with each delicacy crafted to embody prosperity, renewal, and togetherness.

Additionally, guests will also be invited to enjoy a limited-edition LEO LIN Lunar New Year cocktail collection in the hotel's McRae Bar, created by Capella Sydney's mixology team. The cocktail collection draws inspiration from the palette and storytelling of the LNY capsule, blending symbolic ingredients with a contemporary twist.

“Lunar New Year is a moment deeply rooted in culture, connection, and new beginnings,” says designer Leo Lin. “Our partnership with Capella Sydney brings these values to life through thoughtfully curated experiences that honour tradition while embracing modern luxury.”

The LEO LIN x Capella Sydney Lunar New Year experience is available to book now for stays from 13 February – 3 March 2026.

The LEO LIN x Capella Sydney partnership will be officially launched with a custom Afternoon Tea experience alongside a traditional tea ceremony paired with a roaming runway of the LNY capsule collection at Capella Sydney in early February.

For bookings and additional information, please visit capellahotels.com/sydney or leolinofficial.com

Media Enquiries:

LEO LIN

Maja Cole-Clark | maja.coleclark@leolinofficial.com

Capella Sydney

Florence Rocca | Florence.Rocca@capellahotels.com

About LEO LIN
LEO LIN is a Sydney-based women's ready-to-wear label known for its bold designs and joyful energy. With vibrant hand-drawn prints, rich colors, and standout silhouettes, the brand is rooted in a love for expressive design. Founded in 2017 by designer Leo Lin, the label blends strong femininity with exceptional craftsmanship. The collections are shaped by the creative spirit of Leo's home, Australia, and his Chinese heritage—drawing on both cultures to create something truly unique. 

East meets West. Art meets fashion. LEO LIN is a celebration of individuality, offering pieces that reflect the many sides of the modern woman: bold, creative, and unapologetically herself.

ABOUT CAPELLA SYDNEY
Capella Sydney in Australia transforms one of the city's most treasured heritage landmarks into a contemporary sanctuary of culture and luxury. Set within the restored sandstone Department of Education building, the property's 192 guestrooms and suites showcase soaring ceilings, bespoke furnishings, and an extraordinary collection of artwork. Situated steps from Sydney Harbour and the Harbour Bridge, the hotel invites guests to experience the city's architectural grandeur and creative spirit firsthand. Having opened in March 2023, Capella Sydney marks a remarkable debut for a property so young, already celebrated for redefining Australia's luxury landscape. Conceived as both an urban retreat and a cultural gateway, it stands as a place where design, history, and modern sophistication converge to create a deeply enriching stay.

Balancing storied architectural features with a contemporary design aesthetic, Capella Sydney celebrates the Australian panorama through its interiors, location and experiences. 192 spacious guestrooms and suites and an unsurpassed wellness offering are anchored by three ground-level food and beverage outlets and a collection of bespoke function spaces. Original characteristics are celebrated throughout the hotel, with reimagined interiors unfurling to reveal commissioned and collected artworks, sophisticated furnishings and intriguing objet d'art– all within footsteps of the glistening harbour foreshore, the famed Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

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ABOUT CAPELLA HOTEL GROUP
Capella Hotel Group is a leading hospitality management company specialising in luxury hotels, resorts, and serviced residences. Based in Singapore, the rapidly expanding group has two brands under its portfolio and properties across ten destinations. The award-winning Capella Hotels and Resorts is renowned for its service excellence, crafted luxury design and immersive experiences celebrating the locale, while Patina Hotels & Resorts is the group's transformative luxury brand pioneering a fresh perspective in luxury hospitality.

For more information visit www.capellahotelgroup.com.

ABOUT CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS
The Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation consists of properties located in Singapore, Sydney, Taipei, Ubud, Bangkok, Hanoi, Shanghai, and Hainan. Future openings include exciting destinations such as Kyoto, Macau, Seoul, Riyadh, Nanjing and Shenzhen. The exceptional hospitality brand, taking its name from the brightest star of the Auriga constellation, shines a spotlight on local heritage, culture and community whilst crafting authentic guest experiences with the highest level of personalised service and combining a legacy of thoughtful design. Capella was named Best Hotel Brand in Travel + Leisure's “World's Best Awards” from 2023 to 2025. Capella Bangkok and Capella Sydney earned the distinction of being included in The World's 50 Best Hotels in 2025, with Capella Sydney debuting as Best Hotel in Oceania. Capella Hotels and Resorts is a member of GHA DISCOVERY, a multi-brand loyalty programme representing a collection of 40 independent hotel brands over 100 countries worldwide.

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